New Photography Options

Apple claims the new camera system in the iPhone SE (2nd generation) is the “best single-camera system ever in an iPhone.” Hardware-wise, the camera module in the iPhone SE (2nd generation) is basically the same as the iPhone 8.

Both phones offer a 12-megapixel wide lens with a wide f/1.8 aperture. The biggest difference between the phones is the engine that powers the camera.

The new A13 chipset in the iPhone SE opens the door for computational photography and more advanced photography options. iPhone SE owners now can take advantage of portrait mode, which was possible only on the iPhone 8 Plus and not the iPhone 8. There are six portrait lighting effects as well as advanced bokeh and depth controls. The iPhone SE (2nd generation) also includes Smart HDR and Quick Take video for even more creativity.